How to do Lying Open Book
On the floorFlowing movementBoth sidesBeginner
Lying Open Book is a on the floor flowing stretch for your chest, obliques and shoulders. Do it on one side, then switch.
Step by step
- 1Lie on your left side with your knees bent and stacked, and stretch both arms out in front of you along the floor.
What you should feel
Let your knees stay together.
Form tips
- Knees stay stacked and still. Rotate through the upper back. Eyes follow the moving hand.
- Follow your hand with your eyes.
- Feel your chest gently opening.
Make it easier
If your shoulder is tight, only open as far as is easy.
Coming out of it
Bring your arm back down… and rest for a breath.
Muscles it works
Move slowly and stop if anything hurts. This is general guidance, not medical advice; check with a professional if you're injured or recovering.
Do Lying Open Book with a coach
In BendEase, a voice coach talks you into Lying Open Book, cues you through the hold and tells you when to switch sides, while the guided video shows you exactly how. It's built into routines for your chest and obliques.
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